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Heatwave conditions - Identifying and Managing At-Risk Patients

29 November 2018

The Bureau of Meteorology has forecast these hot and humid conditions to continue for the rest of the week and into next week, with temperatures reaching the mid-30’s. Heat-related illness can be serious and even life-threatening.

At-risk patients

Some people are at greater risk of developing heat stroke, or suffering serious complications from severe dehydration. These people are more at risk because their body doesn't regulate heat well. At-risk patients include: